Coin Holders - Recommended On Amazon
Although the first item in my list of favorite coin collecting supplies is a form of con storage, I would like to discuss some options for other ways of storing coins. After all, we all have different collections, and there are many different ways to store coins.
Coin Flips 200 2x2 Cardboard Coin Holders, 4 Different Sizes.
We all have coins that we think are cool, and we want to protect them. Personally, I feel that this assortment of coin folders is very beneficial for any coin collector, or anyone that is starting a con collection, and those that are already coin collecting as this set comes with 4 different sizes so not only can you protect the coins that you already have, but you can protect additional coins as you get them. Please note that this does require a stapler to sue, and often a flat clinched stapler is required but this personally this is the most highly recommended area of coin supplies for me.
Coin Albums / Coin Folders
'Coin Folders are one of my favorite tools for storing coins, the reason being is that they allow for coins to be protected, and they also allow someone to fill a book and keep track of their collection! Although they are often not made for some of the more "odd" coin varieties like 3 cent nickels or 2 cent pieces, they are PERFECT for coins like Jefferson Nickels, Wheat Back Pennies, and State Quarters! Pleas feel free to use the link below for some of my personal cost-efficient favorites as there are many options out there. Also, if you are planning on getting a coin folder, I personally recommend purchasing them new because often used ones can easily get small holes in them, or tares in the seams.
Please feel to click on the links below to see more recommended products as far as coin folders are concerned.
Cents
Indian Head Cents (1857-1909), includes flying eagle cents as well)
Lincoln Cent Folder #1 (1909-1940)
Lincoln Cent Folder #2 (1941-1974)
Lincoln Cent Folder #3 (1975-2013)
Lincoln Cent Folder #4 (starts in 2014)
Nickels
Jefferson Nickel Folder #1 (1938-1961)
Jefferson Nickel Folder #2 (1962-1995)
Jefferson Nickel Folder #3 (starts in 1996)
Dimes
Roosevelt Dime Folder #1 (1946-1964)
Roosevelt Dime Folder #2 (1965-2004)
Roosevelt Dime Folder #3 (starts in 2005)
Quarters
Washington Quarter Folder #1 (1932-1947)
Washington Quarter Folder #2 (1948-1964)
Washington Quarter Folder #3 (1965-1987)
Washington Quarter Folder #4 (1988-1998)
State Quarter Folder (1999-2009)
National Park Quarter Folder (2010-2021)
Half Dollars
Franklin Half Dollar Folder (1948-1963)
Kennedy Half Dollar Folder #1 (1964-1985)
Kennedy Half Dollar Folder #2 (1986-2003)
Kennedy Half Dollar Folder #3 (starts in 2004)
Dollars
Eisenhower and Susan B. Anthony Folder
Sacajawea Dollar Folder
Presidential Dollar Folder
Please note that I did not choose to include any older series, because in my opinion most of the coins in older series would be better stored in something like a 2x2 holder as they provide more protection than the coin folders listed above do.
Please feel to click on the links below to see more recommended products as far as coin folders are concerned.
Cents
Indian Head Cents (1857-1909), includes flying eagle cents as well)
Lincoln Cent Folder #1 (1909-1940)
Lincoln Cent Folder #2 (1941-1974)
Lincoln Cent Folder #3 (1975-2013)
Lincoln Cent Folder #4 (starts in 2014)
Nickels
Jefferson Nickel Folder #1 (1938-1961)
Jefferson Nickel Folder #2 (1962-1995)
Jefferson Nickel Folder #3 (starts in 1996)
Dimes
Roosevelt Dime Folder #1 (1946-1964)
Roosevelt Dime Folder #2 (1965-2004)
Roosevelt Dime Folder #3 (starts in 2005)
Quarters
Washington Quarter Folder #1 (1932-1947)
Washington Quarter Folder #2 (1948-1964)
Washington Quarter Folder #3 (1965-1987)
Washington Quarter Folder #4 (1988-1998)
State Quarter Folder (1999-2009)
National Park Quarter Folder (2010-2021)
Half Dollars
Franklin Half Dollar Folder (1948-1963)
Kennedy Half Dollar Folder #1 (1964-1985)
Kennedy Half Dollar Folder #2 (1986-2003)
Kennedy Half Dollar Folder #3 (starts in 2004)
Dollars
Eisenhower and Susan B. Anthony Folder
Sacajawea Dollar Folder
Presidential Dollar Folder
Please note that I did not choose to include any older series, because in my opinion most of the coins in older series would be better stored in something like a 2x2 holder as they provide more protection than the coin folders listed above do.
Self-Adhesive Coin Flips
The largest problem that comes with traditional 2x2 holders is the staples, where unless you have the proper stapler it is very easy to scratch coins because of the staples. Fortunately, there are self-adhesive coin holders to solve this problem, as it eliminates the need for staples to store your coins. The only problem that I found with them personally, is that in the long term the larger denomination coins do not store as well as there is not as much adhesive keeping the holder together. All in all, they are a great option for storing your coins.
Coin Rolls - great for lower grade, lower end coins.
As a coin collector, especially if you have a decent sized collection you will more likely than not have a large quantity of low grade coins that are just not worth too much. Personally, wheat back pennies are this for me as whenever I do coin roll hunting these are what I find, and when I am negotiating wheat back pennies are often the subject of my "nibble" so I can make a deal just a bit sweater. However, often these coins are worth just a few cents apiece so I do not want to spend the money to store them in a 2x2 holder, which is why I often store them in coin rolls. Although not as protective as a 2x2 holder they are great as they are inexpensive, just $8.49 for a 400 pack on Amazon. Also, they keep coins from scratching each other and from wearing on each other, which is why I love to use them for coins that I have in some sort of bulk. If you would like something more sturdy, check out coin tubes as they are a hard plastic as opposed to just simple paper.
Coin Flips - PVC FREE
Coin Flips are another great way to store individual coins! Unlike 2x2 holders discussed above staples are not required to use this kind of folder for your coins. Additionally, they are great for storing larger coins like dollar coins, and 1 ounce silver pieces unlike 2x2 holders. I want to point out I specifically linked to pvc free flips because some flips contain PVC which is harmful to coins. PVC stands for Polyvinal Chloride, which is a chemical that is used to make plastic soft and bendable. With this being said, if you are ever given a flip and you are not sure if it is PVC free or not, just bend it a bit and if it bends easy without cracking the flip most likely contains PVC. With this being said, I ranked these holder a little bit lower because they do form cracks from handing them in the long term, and they are a bit more expensive where they cost about 16 cents apiece as opposed to four or five cents as in the case of 2x2 holders. With this being said, these are a go-to for 1 ounce silver coin storage because of their size and ease of use.